Environment Geologist / Scientist

Woodard & Curran is offering a unique opportunity to join the Mid-Atlantic regional team and provide high-quality environmental services to clients nationwide. An Environmental Scientist or Geologist is typically assigned specific tasks on project teams and is expected to use their knowledge to resolve assigned problems under the mentorship of senior staff. Fieldwork, data management, report writing, and interaction with project staff play an important role in the candidate’s success.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a motivated Environmental Geologist or Scientist to join the team in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area. You will be involved with project work from your first day, collaborating with experienced engineers, technical specialists, and scientists to help clients address water and environmental challenges.

Travel: Approximately 50% travel is anticipated.

What You Will Be Doing

• Collect soil, groundwater, and other environmental media samples to support site investigation and remediation objectives.
• Install monitoring wells, perform remediation monitoring, and oversee contractors.
• Assist field investigations and provide construction oversight, following safety policies and documenting contractor activities and safety procedures.
• Prepare regulatory submittals, technical memoranda, and reports.
• Manage, analyze, evaluate, and interpret data for reports and visualizations, including maps, charts, and 3D models.
• Support science and engineering projects with strong technical fieldwork and writing skills.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, environmental science, or related field from an accredited program (M.S. preferred).
• Entry level to five years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience working around construction equipment and/or in a construction environment is a plus.
• Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, ArcGIS, CAD, or database software.
• Excellent organizational, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience developing and implementing project work plans, schedules, and budgets is a plus.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training is a plus.

Mutual Dispute Resolution (MDR)

As part of the employment process, candidates offered a position will be asked to review and sign a Mutual Dispute Resolution agreement, under which most workplace-related disputes are resolved through binding arbitration.

Employee Support & Benefits

Retirement Savings

• 401(k) with pre-tax or Roth contributions and company match of 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed.

Time Away from Work

• Up to 8 observed holidays annually.
• Vacation accrued based on years of experience and hours worked.
• Paid sick time.
• Up to 80 hours of paid parental leave.

Coverage and Support

• Paid short- and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Basic group life insurance and AD&D, with optional additional coverage.
• Mental health and wellbeing resources.

Workplace Information

• Participation in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
• Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination and accessibility.

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Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies are not accepted.

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